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‘Support does not necessarily mean understanding': Interview with founder of Taiwan-based ‘Ukrainian Voices’ Oleksandr Shyn Uganda's anti-homosexuality law is a patriarchal backlash against progress Turkey: what to expect from Erdoğan, his ultranationalist alliance and their 'family values' pledges Kenya at 60: how the British used street names to show colonial power Tina Turner: the singer’s resilience and defiance were typical of a survivor of intimate partner abuse Beavers are the undiscovered engineers of the boreal forest Where does the 'ñ' come from? The history of a very special Spanish letter Spanish elections: why devastating local losses to the right have forced socialist prime minister Pedro Sánchez to call an early national vote How to hone your leadership skills, and what your company can do to help Why 40°C is bearable in a desert but lethal in the tropics Debate: The end of the internal-combustion car: why competition is vital to bringing about cleaner transport Recycling: what you can and can't recycle and why it's so confusing UN chief strongly condemns DPRK spy satellite launch Uganda: Guterres voices deep concern as Anti-Homosexuality Act signed into law Angola: Authorities detaining seriously ill activist for more than 500 days, despite a judge ordering his release Succession finale: HBO’s epic family drama comes to an end If we're going to label AI an 'extinction risk', we need to clarify how it could happen Remembering South Africa's "Grand Geek" Barry Dwolatzky - engineer and programming pioneer Cytomegalovirus lies dormant in most US adults and is the leading infectious cause of birth defects, but few have heard of it How the sounds of 'Succession' shred the grandeur and respect the characters so desperately try to project Amid fears of Chinese influence, the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States has grown more powerful Most super rich couples have breadwinning husbands and stay-at-home wives, contrasting sharply with everyone else Summer reading: 5 books that explore LGBTQ teen and young adult life What is Theravada Buddhism? Street scrolls: The beats, rhymes and spirituality of Latin hip-hop US Army Maj. Gen. George H. Thomas' journey from enslaver to Union officer to civil rights defender Drone strikes hit Moscow and Kyiv -- in the growing world of drone warfare, anything goes when it comes to international law To have better disagreements, change your words – here are 4 ways to make your counterpart feel heard and keep the conversation going Kosovo government must take most of the blame for the latest violence, but any long-term solution will require a constructive response from Serbia as well Free secondary education in African countries is on the rise - but is it the best policy? What the evidence says West African countries show how decades of working together build peace, and stop wars breaking out AI can replicate human creativity in two key ways – but falls apart when asked to produce something truly new Meet the EU's answer to crypto: the e-euro Economic woes dash job prospects in low income countries: ILO Bosnia and Herzegovina: War crimes convictions a historic moment for international justice A silent march in Uruguay keeps asking: ‘Where are our disappeared loved ones from the dictatorship?’ After 24 hours of drama, Roger Cook becomes the next premier of Western Australia Technology is radically changing sleep as we know it Annihilation in the red wall, an exit for a top leadership contender and a parliamentary party stuffed with southerners and Oxbridgers – how losing the next election could shape the Conservatives It's time to end Western Australia's $4 billion-per-year GST bonus Politicians love to appeal to common sense – but does it trump expertise? Manchester City: how Pep Guardiola's leadership style formed a squad of champions Word from The Hill: PwC scandal, McGowan quitting politics, PM's trip to Singapore and high inflation figure Kenya: End Abusive Policing of Protests A sustainable Australia depends on what happens in our cities – that's why we need a national urban policy Gulf States: Migrant Workers at Serious Risk from Dangerous Heat No Joking Allowed in Vietnam Pakistan: Don’t Try Civilians in Military Courts House of Representatives passes Voice referendum legislation, which is assured of Senate passage Newly described enormous marsupial wandered great distances across Australia 3.5 million years ago Australia's modern slavery law is woefully inadequate – this is how we can hold companies accountable Trying for a baby? What you need to know about a vital part of your womb (and how to look after it) The Gambia: Devastating impact of overfishing on local communities Brazil’s Lula Misses Crucial Chance to Uphold Rights in Venezuela Photos from the field: spying on Antarctic moss using drones, MossCam, smart sensors and AI Why isn't Australian music charting on the ARIA charts? From whiteboard work to random groups, these simple fixes could get students thinking more in maths lessons Australian women's access to abortion is a postcode lottery. Here's what needs to change Does the Fight Transphobia UniMelb campaign against a feminist philosopher violate academic freedom? New research reveals harrowing stories of murdered Indigenous women and the failure of police to act A new trade deal delivers cheaper Australian beef and British sweets – but does little to avert dangerous global warming Achieving full inclusion in schools: Lessons from New Brunswick Earth's energy budget is not in balance. Should we be concerned? With so many people speaking 'their truth', how do we know what the truth really is? Belarus: ‘Unprecedented level of repression’ must end, say UN rights experts IAEA chief outlines five principles to avert nuclear ‘catastrophe’ in Ukraine Technology is far from a silver bullet for solving homelessness or child welfare issues UN humanitarians complete first food distribution in Khartoum as hunger, threats to children, intensify WMO makes urgent call to action over melting cryosphere Nearly half of Haiti going hungry, new food security report warns Fresh diplomatic gains must match action on the ground in Syria to end war Racism which scars societies, must be stamped out, forum for people of African descent hears Yemen: Houthis Forcibly Disappear Baha’is India: Investigate Police Bias Alleged in Manipur Violence Uganda’s President Signs Repressive Anti-LGBT Law Poet Galal El Beheiry’s poetic protest and the perils of expression in Egypt Four dangers lurking in your garden – and how to protect yourself Automation risks creating a two-tier workforce of haves and have-nots These magnificent 107-million-year-old pterosaur bones are the oldest ever found in Australia Poorer pupils do worse at school – here's how to reduce the attainment gap South Africa has changed its electoral law, but a much more serious overhaul is needed Ethiopia: how a lucky village in Tigray survived the devastating war Disney's The Little Mermaid review: Ariel finally finds her feminist voice Ghana and the IMF have struck a deal, but hard choices lie ahead Increasing heat is already a factor in human migration – new study A Little Life: the problem with adapting Hanya Yanagihara novel for the stage Why outside experts are worried about the decline of LGBTI rights in the UK Plastic recycling is failing – here's how the world must respond UN humanitarians complete first food distribution in Khartoum as hunger, threats to children intensify South Sudan: Extension of UN arms embargo welcome news for victims of decade long conflict Taiwan and Central Europe are increasingly aligned politically and economically: Interview with Polish analyst Marcin Jerzewski VIDEO: A different kind of bike ride Why learning to smile like Boris Johnson should be top of Keir Starmer and Rishi Sunak's to-do lists Half of Africa’s white rhino population is in private hands – it’s time for a new conservation approach Some refugee girls are forced into early marriage for safety – here's why Ankylosing spondylitis: machine learning could pave the way for early diagnosis of inflammatory arthritis Tobacco use is costly, but so is quitting. Surveys of 8 African countries show who needs help Expert advice for budding UK entrepreneurs during a cost of living crisis After the ALS ice bucket challenge and the rise of MrBeast, stunt philanthropy might be here to stay Why more cities are hiring 'night mayors' and establishing forms of nighttime governance What it takes to become a spelling bee champ From its birth 50 years ago, hip-hop has spread throughout Europe and challenged outdated ideals of racial and ethnic identity Your body naturally produces opioids without causing addiction or overdose – studying how this process works could help reduce the side effects of opioid drugs 'Man, the hunter'? Archaeologists' assumptions about gender roles in past humans ignore an icky but potentially crucial part of original 'paleo diet' How can Congress regulate AI? Erect guardrails, ensure accountability and address monopolistic power COVID-19 clawbacks, spending caps and a cut – what House Republicans got in return for pushing the US to the brink of default Atlantic hurricane season 2023: El Niño and extreme Atlantic Ocean heat are about to clash Remembering the ruined Donetsk International Airport in Ukraine How to write a eulogy – lessons from Succession’s Roy family Cameroon: Report the Anglophone conflict and perish The future of the Thai music industry after COVID-19 #FramedinBelarus: An art group makes embroidery depicting the stories of political prisoners ‘Almost all famous artists have left or will leave [Russia], and those who remain will be blacklisted and banned’ Russia may ban transgender transitioning What Danielle Smith's remarkable comeback means for Canada The real cost of New Zealand’s two-tier health system: why going private doesn’t relieve pressure on public hospitals What should happen to native forests when logging ends? Ask Victoria's First Peoples Revenge, excitement, or profit: why do people commit arson? Will Albanese live up to his own promises to end pork-barrelling? There is a sliver of hope 'We lose ourselves': carers talk about the lonely, stressful work of looking after loved ones The FDA finally approved Elon Musk's Neuralink chip for human trials. Have all the concerns been addressed? NATO should tread carefully in Southeast Asia, where memories of colonialism linger 'It’s actually a human person, undergoing real emotions': how podcasts can impact attitudes around mental health Global: Misuse of tear gas killing and injuring protesters worldwide – updated interactive website Pandemic babies’ developmental milestones: Not as bad as we feared, but not as good as before Rupert Murdoch: how a 22-year-old 'zealous Laborite' turned into a tabloid tsar From absurd dark humour to poignant emotional pull: why I deeply loved the music of Succession I've been approved for a home care package but how do I choose a provider – and what if I want to switch? Shop around to beat electricity price spikes? It's not as easy as it should be New DNA testing shatters 'wild dog' myth: most dingoes are pure Thinking of quitting your child's swimming lessons over winter? Read this first What are the long-term effects of quitting social media? Almost nobody can log off long enough to find out Earthquakes can change the course of rivers – with devastating results. We may now be able to predict these threats Focusing on consent ignores better ways of preventing sexual violence The new Grocery Code of Conduct should benefit both Canadians and the food industry NATO must tread carefully in Southeast Asia, where painful memories of colonialism remain What Erdoğan's reelection means for Turkey's political system, economy and foreign policy UN agencies warn of rising hunger risk in 18 'hotspots' Uganda: President’s approval of anti-LGBTI Bill is a grave assault on human rights. Brazil: Reject Harmful Bill on Indigenous Rights Accra's market fires are devastating to informal traders - but they don't trust or understand what they're being told about managing risk African migration to Europe: forced returns run into resistance Drink up, it’s closing time: South African study calculates that limiting opening hours will save lives International Day of UN Peacekeepers honours 75 years of service and sacrifice How does public debt affect the right to health: Case studies in East and Southern Africa What really started the American Civil War? Kids missing school: Why it's happening -- and how to stop it China in Africa: Kenya railway study shows investment projects aren’t a one-way street Mongolia embroiled in a major corruption scandal over the allocation of educational loans Can high-stakes debt-ceiling brinkmanship in the US lead to unprecedented political unity? Mark McGowan quits in his own time, after dominating Western Australian politics The hidden history of China’s protest movement DR Congo: Peaceful Protests Violently Repressed WA Premier Mark McGowan quits in shock announcement, declaring he is 'exhausted' Cluster Munitions: Renew Global Momentum for Ban How Erdogan held onto power in Turkey, and what this means for the country's future How can we make the media less toxic? Free but unfair election: how Erdogan held onto power in Turkey, and what this means for the country's future Slow down Simeon Brown – bilingual traffic signs aren't an accident waiting to happen Milton Moon: the Australian artist who brought a Zen Buddhist, modernist and painterly sensibility to pottery Is it true the faster you lose weight the quicker it comes back? Here's what we know about slow and fast weight loss Melbourne earthquake 2023: are they becoming more common? A seismology expert explains The Anxiety of Influence: Harold Bloom's (not so) influential idea at 50 Malaysia: ‘Everyone has a migration story’, now let’s eat Australian shelters and pounds kill 50,000 mostly healthy cats and kittens in a year. There's a way to prevent this pointless killing GLOBAL: Rohingya reparations and human rights must top Meta shareholders agenda A long and fishy tail: before Disney’s Little Mermaid, these creatures existed in mythologies from around the world 3 little-known reasons why plastic recycling could actually make things worse DIY degree? Why universities should make online educational materials free for all Our cemeteries face a housing crisis too. 4 changes can make burial sustainable Over half of eligible aged care residents are yet to receive their COVID booster. And winter is coming Why taxing the world's biggest companies at 15% won't fix the gaping hole in global tax rules Far from undermining democracy, The Voice will pluralise and enrich Australia’s democratic conversation Debt ceiling negotiators reach a deal: 5 essential reads about the tentative accord, brinkmanship and the danger of default Aboriginal Australian journalist Stan Grant steps down from post after enduring racial abuse Albanese says nearly 90% of Indigenous people support the Voice, which embodies the 'spirit of the fair go' Deaths of despair: How income inequality puts Canadian youth at risk How smaller cities can integrate newcomers into their labour markets Employers need to prioritize employee mental health if they want to attract new talent As teams from the U.S. Sun Belt proceed to the Stanley Cup finals, has the NHL forgotten its Canadian fans? Ottawa is doing little to eliminate discrimination against French-speaking African students What makes peace talks successful? The 4 factors that matter South Africa’s pact with Russia – and its actions – cast doubt on its claims of non-alignment Being queer in Africa: the state of LGBTIQ+ rights across the continent Menstrual Hygiene Day: Putting an end to period poverty Persecuted Ahmadi Religion of Peace and Light minority denied asylum in Europe amidst escalating violence Trafficking in the Sahel: Killer cough syrup and fake medicine In Azerbaijan, violence against LGBTQ+ people continues unabated Interview with the author of “The Fugitive of Gezi Park” CORRECTED: Hong Kong: Government must reveal whereabouts of Uyghur student detained at airport How the practice of Nichiren Buddhism sustained Tina Turner for 50 years Global: States agree landmark treaty to help deliver justice to victims of genocide, crimes against humanity and war crimes Including race in clinical algorithms can both reduce and increase health inequities – it depends on what doctors use them for Despite ‘slightly’ improved food security in Yemen, hunger stalks millions Weather experts predict ‘near normal’ season, with 5 to 9 potential hurricanes UNESCO unveils new AI roadmap for classrooms Namibian Court Recognizes Foreign Same-Sex Marriages Voters want compromise in Congress -- so why the brinkmanship over the debt ceiling? UK bonds are in meltdown again – what does that mean for pensions? Expert Q&A Why more foam makes for the best beer-drinking experience – and always has 'They just ignored my tears, they ignored my unhappiness': former Irish nuns reveal accounts of brainwashing and abuse How AI and other technologies are already disrupting the workplace Kissinger at 100: his legacy might be mixed but his importance has been enormous Peter Howson: new retrospective reveals how Scots painter found redemption after Bosnian war Turkey's presidential runoff: 4 essential reads on what's at stake How did 'taking back control' of borders become record-high net migration? Stop tobacco farming, grow food instead, says WHO ‘Safe digital public square’ never more important, says Türk Ukraine: UN delivers aid to millions, as civilian suffering continues Adenomyosis: from symptoms to treatment, two women's health experts explain this little known condition The US signs a military deal with Papua New Guinea – here's what both countries have to gain from the agreement A little-understood sleep disorder affects millions and has clear links to dementia – 4 questions answered Drilling down on treatment-resistant fungi with molecular machines European soccer is having another reckoning over racism – is it time to accept the problem goes beyond bad fans? The Supreme Court just shriveled federal protection for wetlands, leaving many of these valuable ecosystems at risk Colorado River states bought time with a 3-year water conservation deal – now they need to think bigger Not all political comedy is equal – how comics can either depress turnout or activate voters in 2024 Exercise linked to higher pain tolerance – new study Timor-Leste election offers an extraordinary lesson in how to build a stable democracy Tina Turner: an immense talent with a voice and back catalogue that unites disparate music lovers The secret world of moss, ancient ancestor of all plants and vital for the health of the planet How electric vehicle batteries could save the UK auto industry Net migration: how an unreachable target came to shape Britain How Erdoğan framed his science and tech 'great achievements' as part of election campaign Hong Kong: Government must reveal whereabouts of Uyghur student detained at airport Who will this generation be after the war in Ukraine? Chad: Still No Reparations for Hissène Habré’s Victims Chad: Still No Reparations for Hissène Habré’s Victims Fake accounts and presidential elections in Kazakhstan 'WA's Christmas tree': what mungee, the world's largest mistletoe, can teach us about treading lightly The highly secretive Five Eyes alliance has disrupted a China-backed hacker group – in an unusually public manner Surry Hills was once the centre of New South Wales’ ‘rag trade’: a short history of fashion manufacturing in Sydney Picture this: green hydrogen plants next to green steelworks to boost efficiency and kickstart both industries Pakistan invokes draconian Army Act to put protestors on trial ‘Telman was here': the story of an Azerbaijani man searching for a better life Lesotho: Prime Minister Matekane must deliver on promise to ensure ‘realization of human rights’ Egypt: Pretrial Detention Renewals by Video The Caribbean mourns resilient rock and roll legend Tina Turner Afghanistan: Taliban’s treatment of women and girls should be investigated as the crime against humanity of gender persecution Sudan: UN and partners scramble to supply aid amid fragile ceasefire Researchers built an analogue computer that uses water waves to forecast the chaotic future Curious Kids: how does your brain know how to move your body? Regional communities were central to Uluru Statement, and they must also be for the Voice to Parliament Nigeria: New government must ensure Shell’s sale of its Niger Delta oil business does not worsen human rights abuses Oath Keepers founder sentenced to 18 years for seditious conspiracy in lead-up to Jan. 6 insurrection – 4 essential reads From self-driving cars to military surveillance: quantum computing can help secure the future of AI systems Working with kids, being passionate about a subject, making a difference: what makes people switch careers to teaching? Antarctic alarm bells: observations reveal deep ocean currents are slowing earlier than predicted I helped expose insurers for denying medical claims. 15 years on, a court has found what they did is illegal 70 years after the first ascent of Everest, the impact of mass mountaineering must be confronted Friday essay: what the migrant workers who made my iPhone taught me about love Lehrmann inquiry: what's a director of public prosecutions or DPP? A legal expert explains Electricity prices are rising again. Here's how to ensure renters can cash-in on rooftop solar In B.C., Alberta and around the world, forcing drug users into treatment is a violent policy Anti-government protesters are reclaiming the Israeli flag from the far-right Wildfires in Alberta spark urgent school discussions about terrors of global climate futures ‘Whose side are you on mate?’ How no one is free from bias – including referees UN representative alarmed by sexual violence against women and girls in DRC Security Council urged to step up on financing for AU peace operations Sudan: UN and partners scramble to supply aid as fragile ceasefire holds New report uncovers the first documented case of Pegasus spyware used in an international war context Ukraine recap: Moscow's 'pyrrhic victory' in Bakhmut prompts unrest in the Russian military, but it's all smiles for Zelensky 2023 hurricane forecast: Get ready for a busy Pacific storm season, quieter Atlantic than recent years thanks to El Niño UN peacekeepers ‘a beacon of hope and protection’: Guterres Fresh Details on Russia’s Forcible Transfer of Ukrainian Children US Sues Online Learning Company Over Students’ Data Privacy How the school massacre in Serbia played out on TikTok Chow mein and chips: a brief history of the British Chinese takeaway Greenwashing: energy companies make false claims about sustainability – they should be held to account Tiger protection in India also saved 1 million tonnes of carbon emissions – new study Farmers face a soaring risk of flash droughts in every major food-growing region in coming decades, new research shows A 5th generation New Yorker reveals tales of Asian resistance since the 19th century Education in Zimbabwe should strive for inclusion -- how the philosophy of ubuntu can help Abdellah Taïa is Morocco's first openly gay writer – his work reimagines being Muslim, queer and African Arms-to-Russia row raises doubt about South Africa’s compliance with arms control. It could face tougher scrutiny in future Tinubu inherits Nigeria’s high debt – an economist analyses what this means for the country's future Tranq: first UK death from the flesh-rotting 'zombie drug' xylazine AI could threaten some jobs, but it is more likely to become our personal assistant Greedy gulls decide what to eat by watching people -- new research Despite the war, Russia is still part of Europe – for a lasting peace both sides need to remember that Arrest of top Rwandan genocide fugitive shows ‘justice will be done’ Peru: Senior officials should face investigation over widespread lethal attacks by security forces Investigators in Guyana allege that tragic dorm fire was set by disgruntled student over a confiscated phone Grattan on Friday: Labor's national conference looms but the party's rank and file has lost its bite Body dysmorphic disorder: what to know about this mental health condition Sudan conflict: why a humanitarian truce is proving so hard to secure – and what that means for people on the ground 'Chinese and chips': a brief history of the British Chinese takeaway How online grocery shopping is making Britain's urban-rural inequality worse Doctor dog: how our canine companions can help us detect COVID and other diseases US banking failures: the role of big auditors in another financial crisis Nigerian architect Demas Nwoko on his award-winning work: 'Whatever you build, it should suit your culture' Ukraine war: Zelensky's diplomatic tour has improved the ground for a fresh military offensive – but it needs to come soon What is 'ethical AI' and how can companies achieve it? What is vernacular art? A visual artist explains Africa is getting renewed attention from Washington — and some African states are courting African Americans NFL icon and social activist Jim Brown leaves a complicated legacy Americans are increasingly moving to red, Republican-leaning states – where life is cheaper, but people also die younger Lula's diplomatic dance is nothing new for Brazil or its leader -- what has changed is the world around him Improving how the IMF does business could help billions of people worldwide — by giving governments money to spend on public goods and increasing accountability. Podcast Armenia/Azerbaijan: Pegasus spyware targeted Armenian public figures amid conflict Empowerment, individual strength and the many facets of love: why I fell for Tina Turner AI is helping us read ancient Mesopotamian literature Why pain seems worse at night Not all interruptions are bad: how surprise breaks can unleash creativity at work Mental health: research reveals harrowing impact of traumatic material on crime investigators Kenya and the fallacy of trading individual privacy for national security ‘Central Asian literature exists regionally only in Russian': Interview with Russophone Uyghur writer Ramil Niyazov-Adyldzhyan Politics with Michelle Grattan: Labor's Julian Hill on employment, AI, Julian Assange and TikTok Why is climbing Mount Everest so dangerous? What was behind Australia's potato shortage? Wet weather and hard-to-control diseases Cambodia: Casino Union Leader Chhim Sithar and Strikers Convicted Universal Social Security Can Reduce Poverty, Inequality Cambodia: Casino Union Leader Chhim Sithar and Strikers Convicted Nigeria: New Government Should Improve on Human Rights Japan: ‘Hostage Justice’ System Violates Rights Could wildflowers and bug hotels help avert an insect apocalypse? We just don't know – yet What can we learn from the marriage equality vote about supporting First Nations people during the Voice debate? Working from home immoral? A lesson in ethics, and history, for Elon Musk Expansive, exciting and free: how Zelda's Tears of the Kingdom unlocks the potential of open world gaming Biodegradable plastic in clothing doesn't break down nearly as quickly as hoped – new research Tina Turner had a history of high blood pressure and kidney disease. Here's how one leads to the other World leaders are flocking to Papua New Guinea. Here's why Could wildflowers and bug hotels help avert an insect apocalypse? We just don't know – yet. Canada's housing crisis demands better buildings — here are the changes that could improve apartment and condo life How drag as an art form sashayed from the underground and strutted into the mainstream Batteries are the environmental Achilles heel of electric vehicles – unless we repair, reuse and recycle them Babies crawl, scoot and shuffle when learning to move. Here's what to watch for if you're worried Laws targeting protesters are being rushed through state parliaments. But they are often poorly designed and sometimes, unconstitutional 'We haven't been taught about sex': teens talk about how to fix school sex education Six decades, 210 Warlpiri speakers and 11,000 words: how a groundbreaking First Nations dictionary was made China's hypersonic missiles threaten US power in the Pacific – an aerospace engineer explains how the weapons work and the unique threats they pose Astronomers detected two major targets with a single telescope – a mysterious signal and its source galaxy It’s time to leave the Paleo Diet in the past: Recent studies have failed to support its claims Guterres: ‘We can turn the tide’ towards ending colonialism UN and partners seek $7 billion to prevent catastrophe in the Horn of Africa Green light for global greenhouse gas tracking network ‘No time to spare’: Israel-Palestine ceasefire holds, but hunger, tensions mount Unprecedented joint call to shield children on the move from violence African free trade area could spur sustainable growth: UN chief UNESCO names 18 new Global Geoparks ‘We will track you down’: how the UK government is reviving the troubling ‘scrounger’ stereotype The future is uncertain for our last old-growth boreal forests Better bipolar diagnosis may reduce suicide rates in boys – new research Time Shelter: International Booker's first Bulgarian winner is a rich experiment in style, structure and ideas The UK public sector is already using AI more than you realise – without oversight it's impossible to understand the risks How China is increasing its influence in central Asia as part of global plans to offer an alternative to the west Rhythmically stimulating the brain with electrical currents could boost cognitive function, according to analysis of over 100 studies Depression is more common in the suburbs than in city centres – new research As governments shirk their responsibilities, non-profits are more important than ever The Tonga volcano eruption caused a 'super bubble' in Earth's ionosphere, disrupting satellite navigation Why profits, not pay, have caused the cost of living crisis Corruption in South Africa: former CEO's explosive book exposes how state power utility was destroyed Wastewater is a valuable source of information - Africa's scientists need to use it to find drug-resistant bacteria Africa's Russia-Ukraine peace mission: what can it achieve? Tackling sexual misconduct in the NHS will require education and empowerment – not just words Price inflation: five ways stronger UK supply chains can help reduce rising food costs Food for thought: How your mindset can make healthy food more alluring on social media 'We will track you down': government message on welfare fraud revives a troubling 'scrounger' stereotype Türk appeals to Sudan’s warring generals; calls out ‘dangerous anti-rights tendencies’ worldwide Tiny but tenacious: arctic-alpine plants are engineers and warning bells Happy birthday, Buddha! Why the founder of Buddhism has so many different birthdays around the world Vatican centralizes investigations on claims of Virgin Mary apparitions – but local Catholics have always had a say Anesthesia can cause disturbing sexual hallucinations, leading to lasting psychological trauma Turkey's Erdoğan took a page from US presidents and boosted reelection campaign by claiming to have killed a terrorist ChatGPT and other generative AI could foster science denial and misunderstanding – here's how you can be on alert Peace in Sudan depends on justice for the Darfur genocide Protests break out in Georgia as Russia flight routes resume The rules for Afterpay, Zip and other 'buy now, pay later' providers are changing. What it means for you, and them Victoria shows Australia how to finally abolish stamp duty once and for all Word from The Hill: On the Voice, the Quad, and Indian PM Modi's visit Male video game characters speak twice as much as females, largest study of its kind reveals Uzbekistan: Backsliding on Religious Freedom Promises Protests break out in Georgia as flight routes resume with Russia Meta just copped a A$1.9bn fine for keeping EU data in the US. But why should users care where data are stored? Cooperation with the US could drive Australia’s clean energy shift – but we must act fast Why doesn't Australia have greater transparency around Taser use by police? Even after his death, Rolf Harris' artwork will stand as reminders of his criminal acts 60 years of African unity: what's failed and what's succeeded EU: Flawed Reliance on Audits for Raw Materials Rules Mexico: Public Accountability, Privacy Under Threat Thailand: Lao Refugee Gunned Down Journalists from Serbian KRIK convicted for criticizing SLAPP suits against newsroom Vietnam: Activist Charged With “Propaganda” Cambodia: Land Rights Activists Face Baseless Charges Cyclone Mocha: urgent funding needed as hunger, diseases loom Gaza: Over a quarter of UNRWA centre patients needing mental health support Uphold promise to protect civilians caught in conflict: Guterres UN ‘determined’ to end backsliding on development goals, Guterres tells ECOSOC WFP plan aims to prevent further food aid diversion in Ethiopia Protecting civilians in times of crisis Why are killer whales attacking boats? Expert Q&A Victoria bites $117 billion bullet, begins the long march of land tax reform Australia is in a unique position to eliminate the bee-killing Varroa mite. Here's what happens if we don't Hallucinations in the movies tend to be about chaos, violence and mental distress. But they can be positive too Ancient humans may have paused in Arabia for 30,000 years on their way out of Africa Travelers will refuse an upgrade to sit near a loved one -- new research into when people want to share experiences Free public transport is a great start – but young people won’t give NZ governments a free ride on climate change What we're aiming to achieve with our fundraising bicycle ride—and the details of the route Human activities are adversely affecting Barbados’ gullies World's oldest Homo sapiens footprint identified on South Africa's Cape south coast Indian activists call for recognition of queer relationships beyond marriage NZ’s gas problem: phasing out natural gas in homes demands affordable alternatives first Live performance meets digital to create a powerful love story in the opera ‘Orphée+’ Biden's cancelled Australia-PNG trip was a missed opportunity – but a US debt crisis would hurt a lot more Alluring, classic, glamorous: the history of the martini cocktail 10 ways to help the boys in your life read for enjoyment (not just for school) Drinking fountains in every town won't fix all our water issues – but it's a healthy start Is NATO to blame for the Russo-Ukrainian war? It's complicated, explains historian Serhii Plokhy Coffee, brought to you by bees: a case study in how restoring habitat is a win-win for forests and farmers The world's worst animal disease is killing frogs worldwide. A testing breakthrough could help save them How to fool a mouse: ‘chemical camouflage’ can hide crops and cut losses by over 60% In the Alberta election, the stakes are high for 2SLGBTQ+ youth ‘Post at your own risk': An interview with Indian journalist Srishti Jaswal Five rare and unusual psychiatric syndromes – including one where people believe they are dead Ukraine war: what we know so far about reports of battles being fought across the border in Russia Expert Q&A: why are killer whales attacking boats? Satanism, ritual cults and Hollywood: debunking 'satanic panic' conspiracy theories Cannabis can have serious health effects that Canadians may not be aware of, like nonstop vomiting and heart issues Taiwan denied access to the World Health Assembly: Interview with Taiwan representative Chen Hsin-Hsin Sanctions against violators of women’s rights: A political lens New approach to teaching computer science could broaden the subject's appeal White House plan to combat antisemitism needs to take on centuries of hatred, discrimination and even lynching in America Salman Rushdie renews fight against book-banning -- 3 essential articles on right-wing challenges to what schoolkids can read Coca-Cola's biggest challenge in greening its operations is its own global marketing strategy What Greek mythology teaches us about women’s resistance and rebellion Is generative AI bad for the environment? A computer scientist explains the carbon footprint of ChatGPT and its cousins More than two dozen cities and states are suing Big Oil over climate change – they just got a boost from the US Supreme Court Sign language is set to become South Africa's 12th official language after a long fight for recognition Building a nutrition programme? Understanding how people behave is key Cholera in South Africa: a symptom of two decades of continued sewage pollution and neglect Sudan's peace mediation should be led by the African Union: 3 reasons why World's oldest _Homo sapiens_ footprint identified on South Africa's Cape south coast Crypto trading: politicians who say it should be treated like gambling are completely wrong Stefan Wolff and Tetyana Malyarenko win Sir Paul Curran award for academic journalism – their editor explains why Headaches after exercise: here's why they happen – and how to prevent them Up to one in six recent migrants are paid less than the minimum wage. 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